Savory Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken That Melts in Your Mouth

This Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken is a flavorful journey into Caribbean cuisine, featuring tender chicken simmered in aromatic spices.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: Caribbean

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 kg chicken pieces (thighs and drumsticks)

For the Aromatics

1 medium onion fresh
2 cloves garlic minced
1 inch ginger grated
1 cup bell peppers (mixed) diced

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon thyme fresh
1 teaspoon allspice (pimento)
1 whole Scotch bonnet pepper optional
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt sea salt preferred

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons soy sauce for umami richness
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups chicken stock or water low-sodium recommended

Equipment

large pot
Dutch oven

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Marinate chicken with salt, thyme, black pepper, and spices. Let it sit for 30 minutes.
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on all sides (5-7 minutes).
Sauté onions, garlic, ginger, and bell peppers in the pot for 5 minutes until translucent.
Add tomato paste, allspice, and Scotch bonnet pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
Return chicken to the pot and add chicken stock to submerge halfway. Simmer.
Cover and braise on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours until chicken is tender.
Serve hot, discarding Scotch bonnet if used, and enjoy with rice and peas or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Rest the stew for a few minutes before serving to meld the flavors.

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